Lifelong Dover resident following a 'call to serve' for the Ward 4 position. Austin Nieves touts his experience on the Zoning Board as a stepping stone to Town Council. (Photo/Austin Nieves) 1. What led you to run for Council? It boils down to service. In my household, I was raised to love the Lord and love my neighbor as He loves me. We were taught that serving my neighbors is the best way to honor both of those commands. So I grew up with the deep desire to be of service. T

Attorney Alice Plastoris is a lifelong Dover resident, former Public Defender, and Ward 3 hopeful. Alice Plastoris is a lifelong resident and a former Dover Public Defender, poised to serve all residents. (Photo/Alice Plastoris) Alice Plastoris is running for the Ward 3 Town Council seat presently held by Veronica Velez. In her bio, Plastoris says, "As a lifelong resident and daughter of a lifelong resident, I bring deep roots in the community and a strong understanding of ou

Town Council approves fireworks budget, tax hike, and plan to sell lots. Dover Council approved the fireworks budget, so the only concern is whether the skies will be clear on the 4th of July. (Photo/Jobert Enanmo) There were fireworks at the May 26 Dover Town Council meeting – just not the kind that have been set off at past sessions. Council approved a contract to pay $38,084 to Schaefer’s Fireworks for the town’s annual fireworks display to celebrate the 4th of July. The c

Photos show agents struggling with Filemon Ruiz Cielo and Margarita Cielo Balbuena on Saturday morning. Osmar Ruiz reaches for his father, Filemon Ruiz Cielo, who is held down by three ICE agents. (Photo/Karol Ruiz) Dover residents Filemon Ruiz Cielo and Margarita Cielo Balbuena were taken into ICE custody around 10 a.m Saturday near the intersection of Park Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue. Margarita Cielo Balbuena, right, records her husband, Filemon Ruiz Cielo, being restra

Township, state, and federal officials demand environmental review for former warehouse. Protestors voiced their opposition to the proposed conversion of a Roxbury warehouse into an ICE detention center. (DOVERNOW.com photo/Karen Fucito) The proposed use of a 470,000-square-foot Roxbury Township warehouse by the Department of Homeland Security for an ICE facility has been put on hold pending a review of the environmental impact of housing up to 1,500 detainees in the region.

May 9 Open House activities include a hands-on community mural, art gallery displays, music, food, and more. Looking for a fun way to enjoy a spring Saturday afternoon? Join the creative crowd from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, at The Amp, the Richards Building’s thriving arts and entertainment space. Amp Executive Director Walter F. Rodriguez says event-goers can expect to take part in creating a mural, enjoy some music, see a gallery of work by students from the MCO

The federal government quietly purchased a massive Route 46 warehouse in Roxbury to serve as a third ICE immigrant detention center in New Jersey. The near-unanimous opposition is loud.

Erika Huamani thanks the Dover community for helping her cope with her son’s tragic death. Erika Huamani checks her phone for messages from well-wishers as she deals with the loss of her son, Christofer. (DOVERNOW Photo/David Chmiel) Blackwell Street was quiet on Sunday morning. Temperatures had fallen into the 40s, bringing gray skies, gusty winds, and cold rain. At Water Works Park, a man walked his small dog quickly to avoid the chill. The nearby tracks were quiet. No tra

Donations being collected for Christofer Jeremy Chavez Huamani. Club Colombia will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, to receive mourners and donations. (Facebook photo) The young man who was struck and killed by an NJTransit train on April 16 has been identified as 18-year-old Dover High School student Christofer Jeremy Chavez Huamani. A Facebook posting recounted his life and the sad news: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Chavez Huamani

The investigation into the accident along Richboyton Road continues . NJTransit confirmed the death of a Dover teen on the evening of Thursday, April 16. A Dover teen was struck and killed Thursday evening along Richboyton Road by an eastbound NJTransit train, according to NJTransit and law-enforcement officials. NJ Transit Police is the primary investigator on the case. NJTransit released this statement: At approximately 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, Morris & Essex Line train 858

Democrat cruises to victory for U.S. House seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill. Ananlilia Mejia was declared the winner of the April 16 special election over Joe Hathaway. Democrat Analilia Mejia scored a decisive win over Republican opponent Joe Hathaway in the special election for Gov. Mikie Sherrill's vacant U.S. Congress (NJ-11) seat. The district includes Morris, Essex, and Passaic counties. With more than 90 percent of the ballots tallied, Mejia, co-executive director

Rafael Castro, or ‘Slim’ to those who know him best, may be paving a path to professional basketball glory. No matter where the game takes him, he will never lose sight of his home court.

Analilia Mejia and Joe Hathaway share their views as they compete to finish their 11th District Congressional term.

Dover became its own town on April 1, 1869. George Richards led the movement to incorporation and was elected its first mayor. The wealthy industrialist and banker owned companies in iron production, railroads, mining, and lumber. Within a few years, he’d transform one of his stores into the three- story building that still bears his name.

Enough with the snow. Out with the parkas. In with park benches, picnic spreads, and blooms on the trees. Each spring, Dover transforms into a postcard. Follow the buds along West Blackwell Street and Park Heights Avenue, and feel the town wake up to shades of soft white and pink.

'For The Love of Art' event launches ceramics studio and art gallery in Dover's Richards Building. The basement of Dover's Richards Building has been buzzing with activity for the past year, becoming a hub of artistic and cultural activity. Now, the space known as "The Amp" will open its doors on Saturday, April 11, giving everyone a chance to see what the revitalized basement has to offer. "For the Love of Art" will spotlight The Amp's ceramics studio, led by Ceramics Direct

The program empowers athletes, coaches, partners, and fans to celebrate the joy of competition. The Tigers applied full-court defensive pressure against Pequannock High School. Photos by Anthony Rodriguez Jacob Jaramillo Moncada is a Dover High School baller. “My favorite things are being able to play in the games and practice to further improve my shooting and enjoy the sport,” he says. “And having the national anthem sung before the basketball game.” Jacob is a baller with

Acclaimed Fine Arts/Dance teacher named best for 2025-26 school year. DHS Fine Arts/ Dance teacher Hannah Olmo, center, is surrounded by family and students as she is recognized for her dual Teacher of the Year awards. (Photo/Karen Fucito) The Dover High School community surprised Fine Arts/Dance teacher Hannah Olmo with the news that, in addition to earning Teacher of the Year status at DHS, Morris County also named her the Governor's Educator of the Year. She was celebrate

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Be aware of guideline updates and other food-assistance resources. Access to fresh fruits and vegetables is an essential ingredient for healthy living. (Photo/ Timur Saglambilek) The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is undergoing changes that could reshape eligibility for thousands of New Jerseyans in 2026. The overhaul not only introduces stricter work and age requirements primarily targeted towards adults without dependents, but it also sets a new s